Panasonic TH-50PZ80Q, TH-42PZ80Q User Manual

Operating Instructions

42”/50” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV

(41.6/49.9 inches measured diagonally)

Model No. TH-42PZ80Q

TH-50PZ80Q

Quick Start Guide

(See page 6-17)

For assistance (U.S.A.), please call:

1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call:

787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com

English

Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

TQB2AA0798

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

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This device contains a digital television tuner, so it should receive digital over the air TV programming, with a suitable
antenna, after the end of full-power analog TV broadcasting in the United States (as required by law) on February 17,

2009. Some older television receivers, if they rely on a TV antenna, will need a TV Converter to receive over the air digital
programming, but should continue to work as before for other purposes (e.g., for watching low-power TV stations still
broadcasting in analog, watching pre-recorded movies, or playing video games). When a Converter is used with an older
television receiver, a signal splitter might be necessary to continue to receive low-power analog broadcasts via an antenna.
For more information, please see www.DTV.gov. For information on the TV Converter program, and on government
coupons that may be used toward the purchase of one, see www.dtv2009.gov, or call the NTIA at 1-888-DTV-2009. Please
check with your cable or satellite service provider if you have questions about your cable or satellite set-top box.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

SDHC Logo is a trademark.

VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

tru2way™ is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.

HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

HDAVI Control™

Contents

Please read before using the unit

Safety Precautions ·······································4
Notes ····························································5

Enjoy rich multimedia

Amplifier
Home theater
system

VCR

DVD recorder/

Blu-ray Disc recorder

SD memory card

Camcorder

DVD player/

Blu-ray Disc player

Quick Start Guide

Accessories/Optional Accessory ·····6
Basic Connection ·····························9
Identifying Controls ························ 13
Enjoy tru2wayTM TV ························ 14
First Time Setup ···························· 16

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

Watching TV ···············································18
Viewing from SD Card ·······························20
Watching Videos and DVDs ·······················22

Advanced Features

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.) ·······················24
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” ················28
Lock ··························································· 32
Editing and Setting Channels ····················34
Closed Caption ·········································· 36
Input Labels/Monitor Out ···························37
Using Timer ················································ 38
Programming the Remote to Operate

Peripheral Equipment ································39
Recommended AV Connections ················ 40

Quick Start

Guide

Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.

CableCARDTM is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

DOLBY and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

EZ Sync™

EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

FAQs, etc.

Remote control operation/codelist ·············42
Ratings List for Lock ··································45
Technical Information ·································46
Care and Cleaning ·····································50
Specifications ············································· 51
FAQ ···························································· 52
Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ·····················54
Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A.) ··55

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Safety Precautions

The lightning flash with
arrowhead within a triangle

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set
(including on shelves above, etc.).

DO NOT OPEN

Important Safety Instructions

is intended to tell the user
that parts inside the product
are a risk of electric shock
to persons.

The exclamation point
within a triangle is
intended to tell the user
that important operating
and servicing instructions
are in the papers with the
appliance.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart /
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15) To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the
AC cord power plug is securely connected.

FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an Other Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables
when connecting to peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of
North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)

email: [e-mail]

WARNING/CAUTION

WARNING

Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally
swallowed.
Keep small parts away from young children.
discard unneeded small parts and other objects, including
packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to prevent
them from being played with by young children, creating
the potential risk of suffocation.

Set up

Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces.

The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.

Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV.

If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get

inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire
or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma
TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.

This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional
accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may
cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.

(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Panasonic
Corporation.)

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U

• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR3U
TY-WK42PR4W

Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

Two or more people are required to install and remove the

television. If two people are not present, the television may
be dropped, and personal injury may result.

Transport only in upright position!

Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or

downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

TY-WK42PV4W

AC Power Supply Cord

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.
Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.

If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which

could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket
plate is loose, they should not be used.

The included power cord is for use with this unit only.
Do not use any power cord other than that provided with this TV.

Doing so may cause fire or electric shocks.

Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.

Doing so may cause electric shocks.

Do not do anything that might damage the power cord. When
disconnecting the power cord, hold the plug, not the cord.

Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objects on,
place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the
power cord. Doing so may cause damage to the power cord
which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to the cord is
suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.

If problems occur during use

If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if
smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the Plasma
TV, unplug the power cord immediately.

Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause

fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluated
at an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by any
unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its
high voltage dangerous nature.

If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the
Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged,
disconnect the power cord plug immediately.

A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an

Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be
made.

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can

cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV.

Leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, left
and right, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear.
When using the pedestal, keep the space between the
bottom of the TV and the floor surface.

When using the Plasma TV

Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma
TV.

Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the

cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock.

Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety
precaution before carrying out any cleaning.

Electric shocks can result if this is not done.

Clean the power cord plug regularly to prevent it from
becoming dusty.

Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity

which might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug the
cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth.

This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; therefore, it may
affect other infrared communication equipment.
Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or
reflected light from your Plasma TV.
Do not climb up onto the television or use it as a step.
(Young children should be made particularly aware of this
caution.)

If the unit falls over or becomes damaged through misuse,

injury may result.

The TV will still consume some power as long as the power
cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

CAUTION

Notes

Do not display a still picture for a long time

This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen
(“Image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and
is not covered by the warranty.

Typical still images

Channel number and other logos

•

Image displayed in 4:3 mode

•

SD Card photo  • Video game  • Computer image

•

4 : 3

Set up

■

Do not place the unit where it’s exposed to sunlight or other

bright light (including reflections).

Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote

control’s transmission range.

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To prevent “Image retention”,
the screen saver is
automatically activated after
a few minutes if no signals
are sent or no operations are
performed. (p. 53)

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Accessories/Optional Accessory

Accessories

Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

Remote Control
Transmitter

N2QAYB000294

AC cord Pedestal

TBLX0036

(TH-42PZ80Q)

TBLX0037

(TH-50PZ80Q)

Operating Instructions
Quick Setup Guide

(For viewing HD programming)

Optional Accessory

Wall-hanging bracket

(vertical)

TY-WK42PV3U
TY-WK42PV4W

(angle)

TY-WK42PR3U
TY-WK42PR4W

Cable clamperBatteries for the
Remote Control
Transmitter (2)

AA Battery

How to assemble (p.7)

Product Registration Card (U.S.A.)
Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.)

Note

In order to maintain the TV’s performance and

safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or
a licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging
brackets.

Carefully read the instructions accompanying the

plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely
sure to take steps to prevent the TV from tipping
over.

Handle the TV carefully during installation since

subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause
its panel to crack.

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Hook

Open

Installing the remote’s batteries

Close

•

•

•

Note the correct polarity
(+ or -).

Caution

Incorrect installation may cause

battery leakage and corrosion,
resulting in damage to the remote
control.

Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix different battery types (such
as alkaline and manganese batteries).
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd)
batteries.

Do not burn or break batteries.
Make a note of the remote control

codes before changing batteries in
case the codes are reset. (p. 39)

Attaching the pedestal to TV

Assembling the pedestal

■

Fix securely with assembly screws A. (Total 4 screws)
Tighten screws firmly.

A

Pole

R

L

Pole

Front

Set-up

■

Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface.
Tighten screws firmly.

B

Arrow
mark

Base

Bottom view

Rear side

Accessories

Assembly screws
(4 of each)

A

M5 x 18 (Silver)

B

M5 x 25 (Black)

Poles (2)

L



or R is printed at the

L

bottom of the poles.

Base (1)

Quick Start

Guide

R

Accessories/Optional Accessory

Hole for pedestal
installation

Pole

Pole

Warning

Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Caution

Do not use any other TV and displays.

Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.

If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic

Dealer immediately.

During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be

strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Base

Fix securely with assembly screws B.

(Total 4 screws)

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Accessories/Optional Accessory

(Continued)

AC Cord Connection

To attach To remove

Press both tabs and
pull the AC cord plug
away from the TV.

Insert it firmly until the
tabs on both sides click
into place.

Cable Binding Instructions

To attach

hole

To remove

Snaps

Press both
tabs and pull
the clamper.

Keep pushing
the knob

Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord

together (could cause distorted image).

Fasten the cables with the Cable clamper as

necessary.

When using the optional accessories, follow their

assembly manuals to fix cables.

Cable clamper

To bundle

hooks

Insert

Set

To loosen

knob

Reference of connection

Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal

8

Firmly tighten by hand.

greenbluered

green

Match colors of plugs and terminals.
Insert firmly.

Insert firmly.

To connect the antenna terminal

Basic Connection

Example 1

TV

Cable TV

Connecting Antenna (To watch TV)

VHF/UHF Antenna

Cable TV

VHF/UHF Antenna

or

VHF/UHF Antenna

NTSC (National Television System Committee):

•

Conventional broadcasting
ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee):

•

Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television

(HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting,
multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television.

Back of the TV

* See page 8

(AC cord
connection)

AC 120 V

60 Hz

AC Cord
(Connect after all the
other connections have
been made.)

Quick Start

Guide

Basic Connection (Antenna + TV)

Accessories/Optional Accessory

You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.

•

You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable service.

•

The connection for high-definition can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable. (p. 12)
To view high-definition programming, select the correct video input. (p. 22)

•

Note

Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV.
For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first.
For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com

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To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR

A

B

D

C

Basic Connection (Continued)

Example 2

TV

Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback)

AV Equipment
(e.g. DVD Recorder
or VCR)

VHF/UHF Antenna

DVD Recorder

If this source has higher resolution through interlace
or progressive signal, connection can be done with
the use of Component Video or HDMI cable. (p. 12)

VCR

Connection can be done with the use of an RF
cable and Composite Video/S Video cable. (p. 12)

VHF/UHF Antenna

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Back of the TV

* See page 8

(AC cord connection)

AC Cord

10

AV Equipment

(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)

(with TV tuner)

ANT OUTANT IN

Connecting TV and AV equipment

Please refer to

- D on p. 12.

A

To connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR

A

B

D

C

Example 3

Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver

TV

DVD Recorder

or

VCR

Satellite

Receiver

VHF/UHF Antenna

You can enjoy high-definition
programming by subscribing to
high-definition satellite service.
Connection can be done with the
use of HDMI or Component Video
cable. (p. 12)

Quick Start

Guide

VHF/UHF Antenna

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver)

Back of the TV

AC Cord

* See page 8

(AC cord connection)

(TV + DVD Recorder or VCR)

ANT IN

Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR

ANT OUTANT IN

(with TV tuner)

Connecting TV and AV equipment

Please refer to

- D on p. 12.

A

Note

For details of external equipment connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

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High-Definition

Standard-Definition

Basic Connection (Continued)

AV cable connections

A

To use HDMI terminals

HDMI
AV OUT

Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality

sound.

For “VIERA LinkTM connections”, please refer to p. 41.

B

To use COMPONENT terminals

Y

green

blue

red

white

red

green

blue

red

white

red

green

P

blue

PR

red

L

white

R

red

COMPONENT

B

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO
OUT

AV Equipment

e.g. Blu-ray Disc
player

AV Equipment

e.g. Blu-ray Disc
player

Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below)

C

To use S VIDEO terminals

D

To use COMPOSITE terminals

The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect

either S Video or Video cable.

Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable you to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite

terminals.

white
red

yellow

white

red

white

red

yellow

white

red

L

white

R

red

yellow

white

red

S VIDEO
OUT

AUDIO
OUT

L

COMPOSITE
OUT

R

AV Equipment

e.g. DVD Recorder

or

e.g. VCR

AV Equipment

e.g. DVD Recorder

or

e.g. VCR

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Note

Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent VCR recording.

When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed
through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor.

For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals of this equipment.

Identifying Controls

TV controls/indicators

Displays the Main menu.

Chooses menu and submenu entries.

HDMI input 3 connector

SD CARD

Selects channels in
sequence

Video Input 2 connector

Volume up/down

Swing up the door at “▲”.

POWER button

Remote control sensor
Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set.

Power indicator (on: red, off: no light)

Note

The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

Remote control

Viewing from SD card (p. 20)
Switches TV On or Off (Standby)

The equipment (Remote control mode)
selection button (p. 22)

Displays Main Menu (tru2way mode)
(p. 14-15)
Changes the input mode (p. 22)

TV MENU

ON DEMAND

TV VCR DBS/CBL DVD

Displays Main menu (p. 24)
Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing

(p. 18)
VIERA Link menu (p. 30-31)
Displays VOD (Video On Demand)

screen (tru2way mode) (p. 14-15)
Exits from menu screen

SD card slotChanges the input mode

Quick Start

Guide

Identifying Controls

Basic Connection (AV cable connections)

Displays TV Guide (tru2way mode) (p. 14-15)
Displays Sub Menu (p. 18, 26)

Colored buttons
(used for various functions)
(for example p. 20, 30)

Channel up/down

Changes aspect ratio (p. 19)

Operates the Favorite channel list
function. (p. 19)

Switches to previously viewed channel
or input modes.

Page up/down (tru2way mode)
(p. 14-15)

External equipment operations
(VCRs, DVDs, etc.) (p. 22)

GUIDE

SUB
MENU

PAGE

SKIP

SEARCH

TV/VCR

GAME

REC

PLAYPAUSESTOP

Selects/OK/Change
Returns to previous menu

Volume up/down
Displays or removes the channel

banner (p. 18)
Sound mute On/Off
Numeric keypad to select any channel

(p. 18) or press to enter alphanumeric
input in menus. (p. 22, 32, 34, 38, 39)

-

Direct channel access for DTV and
DBS (p. 18)

Switches to input terminal that has
“GAME” label.

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TM

Enjoy tru2way

You can enjoy a variety of advanced interactive, two-way services like VOD (Video on Demand), EPG
(Electronic Program Guide), home banking, interactive games, as well as other e-Commerce applications
on your TV with just the TV remote control.

Preparing/Switching the TV to tru2way mode

Follow steps and switch the TV to tru2way mode in order to use the service.
Steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed with your cable company.

TV

GUIDE

SUB
MENU

PAGE

SKIP

ON DEMAND

Insert a CableCARD

Consult your cable company for the CableCARD connection.

TM

Switch the TV to tru2way mode by restarting

Follow the message on the screen.

It is not possible to change the mode by just turning the TV off and on.

Note

During initial setup and switch to tru2way mode, new application software must be

downloaded from the cable company. The download time will vary based on the speed
and size of the download.

If you experience a front panel control or remote control function hang-up when using a

CableCARD, unplug the TV and plug it back in and try the controls again. If this condition
persists, please call Panasonic Customer Call Center for further instructions.

Do not insert a PCMCIA card into the CableCARD slot.

This may damage the TV.

Returning to conventional TV mode from tru2way mode

You can also use the TV conventionally in non tru2way service areas.

Please consult your cable service company or local Panasonic dealer for this process.
Steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed with your cable

company or local Panasonic dealer.

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Remove the CableCARD

Follow the directions on the screen.

Reboot to return to conventional TV mode

Using the TV in conventional mode

You can enjoy various functions in conventional TV mode with these Operating
Instructions.

Using tru2way service

Available services will vary depending on the cable service company.
For more details about the service, please ask your cable service company.

Available TV’s remote control buttons

■

Display Main menu

Display VOD(Video On Demand) screen.

Display TV Guide

Quick Start

Guide

PAGE

Note

These Operating Instructions are described primarily for the conventional TV. For the tru2way

mode, operations, menus and functions will vary depending on the cable service company.

IEEE1394 terminals are only available when the tru2way application supports it.

Page up/down

Available when the function of the keys is displayed on screen

Enjoy tru2way

TM

TV

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First Time Setup

“First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is
inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 26-27) is set to “No”.

or

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

Turn the TV On with the POWER button

or

(Remote)(TV)

* This setting will be skipped next time if you select “Home”.

Select your language

Language

English Español Français

select

ok

Be sure to select “Home”

Please select your viewing environment.

Home Store

Please confirm your selection (Home) before pressing OK button.

If you select “Store” by mistake in , confirmation screen will be displayed.

■

You are selecting the mode for store demonstration

Yes No

Select “No” and return to previous screen .
If you select “Yes”, Screen enters store demonstration mode. Displays “Please

select your viewing environment” screen once again as shown below.

Reselect “Home”.

• Unplug the TV and plug it again.

• Press and hold down the front POWER button.

select

ok

select

ok

Adjust the clock

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

next

select

16

Note

To change setting

(Language/Clock/
Auto program) later,
go to Menu screen
(p. 26)

Clock

Year

Month
Day
Hour
Minute

2008

1
7

10 AM

10

set
select item

Go back to previous screen.

Year: Select the year
Month: Select the month
Day: Select the day
Hour: Adjust the hour
Minute: Adjust the minute

Auto channel setup

Select “Auto program”

First time setup

Language
Clock

Auto program

next

select

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Select “ANT in”

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Cable

set

select

ANT in

Cable: Cable TV
Antenna: Antenna

Select “Auto”

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Cable

next

select

Select scanning mode (ALL channels/Analog only/Digital only)

Auto program

All channels

Analog only
Digital only

Auto program

Progress

Number of analog channels
Number of digital channels

Press RETURN to quit.

RETURN

Start scanning the channels

8%

10

0

Available channels (analog/digital) are automatically set.

All channels: Scans digital and analog channels
Analog only: Scans Analog channels only
Digital only: Scans Digital channels only

ok

select

Quick Start

Guide

First Time Setup

Confirm registered channels

rogram

Apply Cancel

aption Favorite Add

.
.
.

...

Yes

...

Yes

...

Yes

If OK is not pressed after selecting “Apply”, the channels will not be saved.

The channels will be saved when no operation is performed for 60 seconds and
the “Manual program” menu will also exit automatically.

If you perform scanning more than twice, previously saved channels are erased.

Note

About broadcasting systems

Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting
Digital (ATSC): New programming that allows you to view more channels

featuring high-quality video and sound

select “Apply”

ok

17

Watching TV

Listen
with SAP
(Secondary
Audio
Program)

■

Select Audio Mode for watching TV

Digital mode

Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel.

Analog mode

Press SAP to select the desired audio mode.

• Each press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono)

Display the
SUB MENU

■

Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen. (p. 26)

This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient functions.

Information
Recall

■

Displays or removes the channel banner.

Channel

Station
identifier

SAP
indication

Signal
resolution

Rating Level

Picture
mode

Sleep timer
remaining time

Aspect ratio

Closed caption

Clock

Connect the TV to a cable, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 9-12)

To watch TV and other functions

Turn power on

Note

or

If the mode is not TV, press and select TV.

(p. 22)

GUIDE

SUB
MENU

Other Useful Functions (Operate after )

■

(TV)

Select a channel number

To directly input the digital

up

or

down

(TV)

Audio track 1 of 2

(English)

■

channel number

When tuning to a digital channel,
press the button to enter the
minor number in a compound
channel number.

example: CH15-1:

18

Setup SUB MENU

Surf mode

All

Set favorite
CC
Caption select
Signal meter

15-2 12:30 PM
ABC-HD

Off

THE NEWS

CC SAP

TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3

30

Set favorite 1/3

1
2
3

---

---

---

---

4

Set favorite 1/3

1
2
3
4

Note

Change
aspect
ratio

■

Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes. (p. 46)

• 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM

• 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM

Call up
a favorite
channel

■

FAVORITE

Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune

screen. Select the desired broadcast station by using the cursor or number
buttons. (see below)

Favorite channels

1/3

1
2
3
4

Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “Program channel” to switch the signal reception between cable TV

and antenna. (p. 17, 35)

The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

Favorite Feature

Set Favorite Feature

■

Display the SUB MENU.

1

Setup SUB MENU

2

Surf mode

All

Set favorite

CC

Caption select

Signal meter

Off

select

3

ok

Setup SUB MENU

Surf mode

All

Set favorite
CC
Caption select
Signal meter

“Set favorite”

• Press FAVORITE repeatedly to
change between pages (1/3, 2/3,
3/3, or exit).

Press ▲▼to highlight a position on
the list.
Then, press OK to save the
displayed channel in that position.

Off

select

ok

Use Favorite Feature

■

1

26-1

select

2

3

ok

Viewing

Press FAVORITE.

• Press FAVORITE repeatedly to
change between pages (1/3, 2/3,
3/3, or exit).

Watching TV

Press ▲▼ or a Numbered key (1-9
and 0) to highlight a channel on the
list.

• Selecting a channel number from
the list with the number button will
display the channel directly.

Press OK to display the highlighted
channel.

To delete a favorite channel

A saved channel can be removed from the list by holding

down OK while its position is highlighted.

To change the page

Pressing ◄ changes the page backward. Pressing ► changes the page forward.

26-1

• You can also use the NUMBER
buttons (1-9 and 0) to select a
list number (1-9 and 0). By doing
so, the displayed channel will be
saved on that list number without
pressing OK.

19

Viewing from SD Card

Menu

VIERA Link

Lock

SD card

You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card.
(Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.)

Photo viewer

Insert the SD card and select “Play SD card now”

“SD card setting” will be displayed automatically each time a SD card is inserted

for the first time.

TV MENU

SD card setting

Play SD card automatically

On

Play SD card now

Play SD card automatically

On: When SD card is inserted, the data play
Off: The data can be played manually.

Press the SD key or select “SD card” on the Menu.

You can skip this step when “Play SD card now” is selected or “On” is set in “Play

SD card automatically” setting.

or

Select the data to be viewed

: Set it to playback the data when SD card

is inserted.
automatically from next time.

20

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

Thumbnail view

Photo viewer

Total
Information

No.
Date

01/01/2008
Pixel

Select

R YG B

12

Pana0365

1600x1200

Accessing

Slide show

Selected picture information is displayed.

No.: Image number or file name is
Date: Date of recording is displayed.

Pixel: Display resolution is displayed.

Total number of images

Pana0365 Pana0366 Pana0367 Pana0368

Pana0369 Pana0370 Pana0371 Pana0372

OK

Pana0373 Pana0374 Pana0375 Pana0376

RETURN

displayed.

Navigation area

Accessing

Rotate
Prev.

R YG B

Slide show

(to Slide show)

select

view

Next
RETURN

Present status
(While reading the data)

Accessing

Prev.

R YG B

Single

(to Single photo display)

Note

Depending on the JPEG format, “Information” contents may not be displayed

correctly. Refer to p. 47 (Data format for SD card browsing) for details.

View

Rotate 90 degrees (counter-clockwise)
To next photo
Rotate 90 degrees (clockwise)

To previous photo

Rotate
Prev.

Next
RETURN

R YG B

Slide show

Navigation area

Displays one at a time

To display/hide Navigation area

Pause
Next

RETURN

SD
Card

Insert the card Remove the card

Press in lightly on SD

Card, then release.

Compliant card type

(maximum capacity):
SDHC Card (16 GB),
SD Card (2 GB), miniSD
Card (1 GB) (requiring
miniSD Card adapter)

For cautions and details

on SD Cards (p. 47)

Label
surface

Push until a
click is heard

To change the view (slide show mode, adjusting images, etc.)

To set up the slide show mode

■

In

or

Display “Photo menu”

1

Select “Setup slide show”

2

Photo menu

Picture

Setup slide show

Select the item and adjust

3

Setup slide show

Disp. time

Repeat

Disp. time

Repeat

Note

For large image sizes, the display time will be longer

than the number of seconds set.

To stop in mid-cycle Press

5

On

You can set how many seconds each
image is displayed in Slide show
mode. (1-10/15/20/30/45/60/120 sec)

Turn the slide show Repeat function
On or Off.

select

“Setup slide

show”
ok

Select
Adjust

To adjust picture

■

In

or

Display “Photo menu”

1

Select “Picture”

2

Photo menu

Picture

Setup slide show

Select the item

3

Picture 1/2

Reset

Picture mode

Picture
Brightness

Picture menu (p. 24)

Adjust or select

4

Picture 1/2

Reset

Picture mode

Picture
Brightness

0
0

0
0

Vivid

Vivid

select

“Picture”

ok

select

Adjust
or
Select

Viewing

Viewing from SD Card

21

Watching Videos and DVDs

If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can easily watch videos and DVDs using the
TV’s remote control.

Input Select

You can select the external equipment to access.
To operate other manufacturers’ equipment, you need to register the code of the equipment. (p. 39)

With the connected equipment turned On

Display the Input select menu

TV VCR DBS/CBL DVD

Select the input mode

Input select

1

TV

2

Component 1

3

Component 2
HDMI 1

4

HDMI 2

5

HDMI 3

6

Video 1

7

Video 2

8

AUX

GAME

GAME

(example)

or

select

enter

Press corresponding NUMBER
button on the remote control to
select the input of your choice.

Select the input of your choice,
then press OK.

During the selection, if no action

is taken for several seconds, the
“Input select” menu disappears.

PAGE

SKIP

SEARCH

To return to TV

■

Note

For details, see

the manual of
the connected
equipment.

TV/VCR

GAME

REC

HDMI 1

GAME

Terminal
Label

The terminal and label of the

connected equipment are
displayed.

To label each of the inputs,

(example)

please refer to p. 37.

Note

The input label will be displayed on “Input select” screen if Input label is set on p. 37.

For front input terminals (HDMI 3/Video 2), “GAME” input label is set as default.

(Picture mode is set to “Game”, refer to p. 48.)
For more details for picture mode setting, refer to p.48. For Input label, refer to p. 37.

Press Game to switch to the game screen

■

Switches to Input terminal that has “GAME” label.

Cycle through the input terminals if there are multiple
Input terminals that have “GAME” label. (p. 37)

If there is no Input terminal with “GAME” label,

you cannot switch the input terminal to any other

HDMI 1

HDMI 3

Video 2

GAME

GAME

GAME

input terminal than the one currently selected.

Select the remote control mode

Press the key to select

Operate the connected equipment, pointing TV’s
remote control at the equipment.

VCR MODE DVD MODE

VCR Record Record

-

Rewind/Fast
Forward

(For other operations, see p. 42)

Skip Reverse/
Forward

Reverse/Forward

VCR MODE DVD MODE

Stop Stop
Pause Pause
Play Play

(example)

22

VIERA Link

TM

Setting

If you connect equipment that has “HDAVI Control” function to this TV with HDMI cable, you can

Menu

VIERA Link

Lock

Setup

SD card
CC

Setup 2/2

VIERA Link setting

Advanced Setup
About

use more convenient functions. Please refer to p. 28-31. Before using these functions, you need
to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below.

TV MENU

Display menu

Select “Setup”

select

next

Viewing

Select “VIERA Link setting”

select

Watching Videos and DVDs

next

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

Select “VIERA Link”

VIERA Link setting

VIERA Link

Power off link
Power on link
Default speakers

On
Set
Set

TV

select

Select “On”

(default is On)

Now you can set each “VIERA Link” function according to your preference
(p. 28-29)

Note

If no HDMI equipment is connected or standard HDMI equipment (non- “VIERA

Link”) is used, set it to “Off”.

For the details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the

operating manuals for the equipment.

change

23

How to Use Menu Functions

Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and
other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you.

Display menu

TV MENU

Displays the functions that can be set

(varies depending on the input signal)

Select the menu

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture

Audio
Timer
Lock
SD card
CC
Setup

select

next

Menu list

■

Menu Item

VIERA Link

Record now
Stop recording
VIERA Link control
Speaker output

Reset
Picture mode

Picture, Brightness,
Color, Tint, Sharpness

Color temp.
Color mgmt.

Picture

x.v.Color
Zoom adjust

Video NR

Advanced picture

3D Y/C filter

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

Select the item

Picture 1/2

Reset

Picture mode

Picture
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

(example: Picture menu)

Vivid
0
0
0
0
0

Adjust or select

Picture 1/2

Reset

Picture mode

Picture
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

(example: Picture menu)

Vivid
0
0
0
0
0

select

adjust
or
select

Audio

Timer

Color matrix

MPEG NR
Black level

HD size

Reset
Bass
Treble
Balance

AI sound
Surround

Advanced audio

Bass boost
Audio leveler
Speaker output

HDMI 1 in
HDMI 2 in
HDMI 3 in

Sleep, Timer 1-5

24

Lock

SD

Card

CC

SD card

CC

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

[Record now/Stop recording]

Records programs on the recorder immediately with the TV’s remote control (p. 30-31).

[VIERA Link control]
Selects equipment to access and operate. (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder) (p.30-31)
[Speaker output]

Selects an audio output. (Home theater/TV) (p. 30-31)

VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote control. (p. 30)

•

Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”.

Reset

Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Game/Custom) (p. 48)
Adjusts color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste

Display range

•

Picture/Brightness/Color/Sharpness: 0 - 100
Tint: -50 - +50

Picture
Brightness
Color

+20
0
0

Selects a choice of Cool(blue), Normal, or Warm(red) color. (Cool/Normal/Warm)
On: Enhances green and blue color reproduction, especially outdoor scenes. (On/Off)

Auto: Provide the appropriate picture when images corresponding to “x.v.Color” are input via the HDMI

input of this TV. (Off/Auto)

Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is “ZOOM” (p. 46)
Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave it off when receiving a strong signal. (Off/On)
Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. (On/Off)

Selects image resolution of component-connected devices (HD/SD)

SD: Standard Definition HD: High Definition

•

Only 480p signal accepted; regular TV (NTSC) is not available.

•

Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD, etc. (On/Off)
Selects Dark or Light. Valid only for external input signals. (Dark/Light)

Selects between 95 % (Size 1) or 100 % (Size 2) for the scanning area with High-definition signal. (Size 1/ Size 2)
Select “Size 1” if noise is generated on the edges of the screen.

Size 1: Selected item for “HD size”. Scanning 95%

•

Size 2: Selected item for “HD size”. Scanning 100%

•

Resets Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings.

Picture mode

Tint
Sharpness

Color temp.

Color mgmt.

x.v.Color

Zoom adjust

Video NR

3D Y/C filter

Color matrix

MPEG NR

Black level

HD size

Reset

0
0

Vivid

Cool

On

Auto

Off

On

SD

Off

Light

Size1

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Advanced

Increases or decreases the bass response.
Increases or decreases the treble response.
Emphasizes the left / right speaker volume.
Equalizes overall volume levels across all channels and external inputs. (On/Off)
Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. (On/Off)

Enhances bass sound and provides powerful sound. (On/Off)

This setting will not function if “off” is set in “Speaker output”.

•

Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs
Switch to “Off” when using external speakers (On/Off)

“AI sound”, “Surround”, and “Audio leveler” do not work if “Off” is selected

•

The default setting is “Digital” for HDMI connection. (Digital input signal)
Select audio input terminal when DVI cable is connected. (Analog audio input signal)

(Digital/Component 1/Component 2/Video 1/Video 2)

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time (p. 38)
Locks the channels and programs (p. 32)

Displays SD card data (p. 20-21)

Displays subtitles (Closed Caption) (p. 36)

In AV mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options.

Bass

Treble

Balance

AI sound

Surround

Bass boost

Audio leveler

Speaker output

HDMI1 in
HDMI2 in
HDMI3 in

Sleep

SD card

CC

0

0

0

On

Off

Off

0

On

Digital
Digital
Digital

60

25

How to Use Menu Functions

Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and
other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you.

Display menu

TV MENU

Displays the functions that can be set

(varies depending on the input signal)

Select “Setup”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
SD card
CC

Setup

next

select

Select the item

next

select

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

Setup 1/2

Surf mode

All

Language
Clock
Program channel
External devices
Anti image retention

Menu list

■

Menu Item

Surf mode

Language
Clock
Program channel

External devices

Input labels

Monitor out

Anti image retention

Pixel orbiter

Time
Side bar
Scrolling bar

VIERA Link setting

Setup

VIERA Link
Power off link

Power on link
Default speakers

Auto power on

Advanced setup

No signal shut-off

26

GUIDE

SUB
MENU

Display SubMenu

Select the item

Setup SUB MENU

Surf mode

All

Set favorite
CC
Caption select
Signal meter

Off

select

set
or
next

No action shut-off

Play SD card automatically

About
Reset

Sub menu list

■

Menu Item

SUB MENU

Surf mode

Setup

Set favorite
CC
Caption select
Signal meter

(Continued)

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button

(All/Favorite/Digital Only/Analog only)

Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 19)

•

Selects the screen menu language (p. 16)
Adjusts the clock (p. 16)
Sets channels (p. 34)

Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment (p. 37)

[Component 1/Component 2/HDMI 1/HDMI 2/HDMI 3/Video 1/Video 2]

To prevent howling and image oscillation, stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this menu.
(p. 37) (On/Off)

Prevents “Image retention” with Wobbling. (Automatic/Force)

Automatic: Shifts the display image automatically.

•

Force:

•

Sets the time for “Pixel orbiter-Force” setting. (1/2/3/4)
Change the brightness of the side bar (Off/Dark/Mid/Bright) (4:3 mode only)

The recommended setting is “Bright” to prevent panel “Image retention”. (p. 49)

•

Press “OK” to start “Scrolling” on the screen (p. 49)
Controls equipment connected to HDMI terminals (p. 28) (On/Off)

“Power off link”, “Power on link”, and “Default speakers” cannot be selected if “Off” is set.

•

Sets “Power off link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 28) (Set/No)
Sets “Power on link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 28) (Set/No)

Shifts the display image every (1/2/3/4) minutes according to what was set in the “Time” menu.

Surf mode

Language
Clock
Program channel

Pixel orbiter

Time

Side bar

Scrolling bar

VIERA Link

Power off link

Power on link

All

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Automatic

4

Bright

On

Set

Set

Selects the default speakers (p. 28) (TV/Theater)
Turns TV On automatically when a connected device is turned On (No/Set)

The “Sleep” timer, “On / Off timer”, and “First time setup” will not function if “Auto power on” is set.

•

(p. 38)

To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL and NO OPERATION is performed
for more than 10 minutes. (Set/No)

Note

Not in use when setting “Auto power on”, “On/Off Timer”, “Lock”, “SD Mode”, or Digital channel.

•

“No signal shut-off was activated” will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is turned on for

•

the first time after turning the power off by “No signal shut-off”.
The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off.

•

To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when no operation of remote or front panel key
continues for more than 3 hours. (No/Set)

Note

Not in use when setting “Auto power on” or “On/Off Timer”.

•

“No action shut-off was activated” will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is turned on for

•

the first time after turning the power off by “No action shut off”.
The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off.

•

Set “On” to play back SD cards automatically. (On/Off)
Displays TV version, software license and cableCARDTM.

Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup, such as channel settings. (p. 34)

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital Only/Analog only)
Sets favorite channels. (p. 19)
Displays Closed Caption. (p. 36) (Off/On)
Changes the station identifier. (p. 35)
Checks the signal strength if interference or freezing occurs on a digital image. (p. 35)

Default speakers

Auto power on

No signal shut-off

No action shut-off

Play SD card automatically

About

Reset

TV

No

Set

No

On

Advanced

27

VIERA Link

Automatic
Input
Switching

Power on
link

Power off
link

Default
speakers

One-touch
theater
playback

Providing
the setting
information

(for “HDAVI
Control 3”)

Automatic
lip-sync
function

(for “HDAVI
Control 3”)

VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ SyncTM.
Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control”.
This TV supports “HDAVI Control 3” function.
Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Player theatre, RAM
theater, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically.
The equipment with “HDAVI Control” function enables the following operations:

Automatic Input Switching (p. 29)
Power on link (p. 29)
Power off link (p. 29)
Default speakers (p. 29)
One-touch theater playback (p. 29)
Speaker control (p. 31)

The equipment with “HDAVI Control 2” (or more) function enables the following operations:

Providing the setting information (for “HDAVI Control 3”) (p. 29)
Automatic lip-sync function (for “HDAVI Control 3”) (p. 29)

Direct TV Recording (for “HDAVI Control 3”) (p. 31)
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an
industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function
that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment
that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
Please refer to the individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting the VIERA Link function.

■

■

This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number:
RP-CDHG10 (3.3 ft/1.0 m), RP-CDHG15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHG20 (6.6 ft/2.0 m),

* For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating

TM

“HDAVI Control

Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one

button on one remote.

VIERA Link control only with the TV’s remote control (for “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3”) (P. 31)

For the first time / when adding new equipment, reconnecting equipment or changing
the setup after the connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Select the input mode to HDMI1, HDMI2 or HDMI3 (p. 22), and make sure that an image
is displayed correctly.
HDMI cable

RP-CDHG30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (16.4 ft/5.0 m)
manuals for the equipment.

TM

”

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

28

TV MENU

Follow direction - in “VIERA Link
setting” (p. 23)

Select settings

VIERA Link setting

VIERA Link
Power off link
Power on link

Default speakers

On
Set
Set

TV

select

Set

VIERA Link setting

VIERA Link
Power off link
Power on link

Default speakers

On
Set
Set

Theater

change

At the start of the DIGA, Player theater, or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically switches to the input
based on the playback equipment.

For the RAM theater, the speakers automatically switch to the theater system.

If using the DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to the DIGA and DIGA menu is displayed.

When “Set” is selected (p. 27), TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input whenever
VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and Play mode is selected.

When “Set” is selected (p. 27) and the TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is also
automatically turned off.

DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if it is still in rec mode.

Caution: The TV remains on even if the VIERA Link compatible equipment is turned off.
“TV” is the default setting. To set the Home Theater system as default speakers, change the default speakers

setting from “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on.
If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following

sequence of operations is performed automatically.

Home Theater power switches On, and playback begins.
TV power switches On, and the playback screen is displayed.
Audio is muted on the TV and switches to the theater system.

The following information about the TV settings can be transmitted to each equipment (Recorder/Home theater/
Player) that has “HDAVI Control 3” function connected to a TV with HDMI piece of cable.

Transmittable data

Recorder

Home

theater

Player

On Screen Display Language setting

(English/Español/Français)

○○○

Panel Aspect Ratio

(16:9fixed)

○○○

Closed caption

information

mode

○

--- ---

CC type

○

--- ---

Digital setting

○

--- ---

Channel

information

Input signal

○

--- ---

Channel list

○

--- ---

Caption information

○

--- ---

Note

There is a possibility that all the GUI language information might be set from equipment that has HDMI CEC

function connected to TV with HDMI cable. Depending on operating conditions or the specification for each piece
of equipment the setting may or may not be applied.

For details on the external equipment’s operation, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

[For Recorder]

You cannot operate other functions while transmitting TV’s information above except Power On/Off key operation.

When you turn off this unit, the transmission will be interrupted (only when you are transmitting Channel
information).

Minimizes lip-sync delays between the picture and audio when you connect to a Panasonic theater system or
Amplifier.

VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI Control

TM

”

Advanced

29

TM

Speaker
control

VIERA Link
Control
only with the
TV’

s remote

control

(for “HDAVI
Control 2”
or “HDAVI
Control 3”)

Direct TV
Recording

(for “HDAVI
control 3”)

VIERA Link

You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link”
menu.
For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 28

“HDAVI Control

TM

”

GUIDE

SUB
MENU

TV MENU

Display VIERA Link menu

or

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
SD card

Select the item

Record now
Stop recording

VIERA Link control

Recorder

Speaker output

TV

Select

select

set or next

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

30

Record now
Stop recording

VIERA Link control

Home theater

Speaker output

TV

Set

change

(Continued)

You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output.
Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control.
This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected.

Select “Speaker output”
Select “Home theater” or “TV”

■

Home theater: Adjustment for equipment

Volume up / down

Mute

The sound of the TV is muted.
When the equipment is turned off, the TV speakers

take over.

Selecting “Home theater” turns the equipment on

automatically if it is in standby mode.

■

TV: The TV speakers are on.

select
change

In the VIERA Link menu, you can select HDMI connected equipment and access it quickly. Continue using your
TV’s remote control to operate the equipment, pointing it at the TV.

Select “VIERA Link Control”
Select the equipment you want to access.

(Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder)

■

Available TV’s remote control buttons

Move the cursor/Select

Set/Access

Return to the previous menu

Display the Functions menu on the
equipment

Available when the purpose of the keys is
displayed on screen

select
change

You can select available items
only.

Operate the equipment with the TV’s remote

control, pointing it at the TV.

To operate the equipment, read the manual of the

equipment.

Records the current program on the recorder immediately.

Select “Record now”

Select “Stop recording”, when you want to
stop recording

select

set

select

set

For optimal recording, the settings of the recorder

might be required. For details, read the manual of the
recorder.

Recording will not stop automatically when the

program is finished.

Record now
Stop recording
VIERA Link control

Recorder

Speaker output

TV

VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI Control

Record now
Stop recording

VIERA Link control

Recorder

Speaker output

TV

Record now

Stop recording
VIERA Link control

Recorder

Speaker output

TV

Record now

Stop recording

VIERA Link control

Recorder

Speaker output

TV

TM

”

Advanced

31

Lock

You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content.

Display menu

TV MENU

Select “Lock”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio
Timer

Lock

SD card
CC
Setup

next

select

Input your 4-digit password

A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings.

Create password
Enter password.

----

You will be asked to enter your
password each time you display
the Lock menu.

If it is your first time entering the

password, enter the password
twice in order to register it.

32

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Caution

Make a note of your

password in case
you forget it. (If you
have forgotten your
password, consult
your local dealer.)

Note

When you select a

locked channel,
a message will be
displayed that allows
you to view the
channel if you input

your password.

0

9

-

Select the Lock mode

Lock

Mode

Channel
Game
Program
Change password

Off
Off
Off
Off

Select the item

Lock

Mode

Channel

Game
Program
Change password

Custom

Off
Off
Off

Set

set
select

select

set

Off: Unlocks all the lock

settings of “Channel”,
“Game” and “Program”.

All: Locks all the inputs

regardless of the lock
settings of “Channel”,
“Game” and “Program”.

Custom:

Locks specified inputs of
“Channel”, ”Game” and
“Program”.

“Channel”, ”Game” and “Program”
will grey out unless “Custom” is
selected in “Mode”.

■

Channel
lock

Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the
program rating.

Select “Mode” and set to “Custom”
Select channel to lock.

Channel lock

Mode

Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3

Custom

3
4

-

select

set

To lock/unlock all channels:

Select “Mode” and set to “All” or “Off”.
All: Locks all channels

Off: Unlocks all channels

Game lock

Locks Channel 3, Channel 4 and external
inputs.

Select “Game” in 5 and set to “On”.

select

set

On: Locks
Off: Unlocks

Program
lock

■

To set a rating level

“V-chip” technology enables restricted shows
to be locked according to TV ratings.

Select “Mode” and set to “On”.

set
select

Select the rating category you wish

to follow

next

select

MPAA: U.S movie ratings
U.S.TV: U.S TV program ratings
C.E.L.R.:Canadian English ratings
C.F.L.R.: Canadian French ratings

Select the rating to be locked

select

Example of “MPAA” (U.S movie ratings)

NR No rating

G General Audience: All ages admitted

PG Parental Guidance Suggested

PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned: Inappropriate for
children under 13

R

Restricted: Under 17 requires accompanying
parent or adult guardian

NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted

X Adults only

To get more information (p. 45)

■

To disable recording of the locked
program

Select “Monitor out” and set to “Off”.

set
select

Change
password

■

To change the password

In , select “Change password” and

press OK

Input the new 4-digit password twice

Change password
Enter new password.

0

9

-

----

To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked

Note

This television is designed to support the “Downloadable U.S. Region Rating System” when available. (Available

only in U.S.A.)
The Off rating is independent of other ratings.
When placing a lock on a specific-age-based-rating level, the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will

also be blocked.

Program lock

Mode

Monitor out
MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

On
On
Off
Off
Off
Off

Program lock

Mode
Monitor out

MPAA

U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

On
On
Off
Off
Off
Off

Program lock

Mode

Monitor out

MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

On
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off

Lock

Mode
Channel
Game
Program

Change password

Off
Off
Off
Off

Lock

Advanced

33

Editing and Setting Channels

Auto

Set
automatically

Manual

Set
manually

Signal

meter

Check
signal
strength

The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception
conditions.

Display menu

TV MENU

Select “Setup”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
SD card
CC

Setup

Select “Program channel”

Setup 1/2

Surf mode

All

Language
Clock

Program channel

External devices
Anti image retention

next

select

next

select

34

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Reset

Select the function

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Manual
Signal meter

Cable

Set

To reset the settings of setup menu

■

Select “Reset” in Setup menu ( ) and press OK
Input your 4-digit password with number buttons

Select “YES” on the confirmation screen and press OK

next

select

Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory.

Select “ANT in”

Select Cable or Antenna (p. 17)

Select “Auto”

next

select

Select a scanning mode (p. 17)

ok

select

Settings are made automatically

After the scanning is completed, select “Apply”.

(see below ).

All previously saved channels are erased.

Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or
changing the channel display.
Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel
list manually.
You can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/
Analog only) in “Surf mode”(p. 26)

Edit

Caption

select
change
set/next

Caption

Select the station identifier

Caption detail

Rename (maximum 7 characters available)

Favorite

Set favorite 1/3

1
2

select

next

Set favorite Select the number

Add

Press OK to select “Yes (add)” or “No (skip)”

Move cursor to channel number

Edit

Caption Favorite Add

Apply Cancel

Manual program

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

Cannnel

select
Press OK to tune

to the channel.

Select “Apply”

Apply Cancel

...

.

Yes

select “Apply”

ok

Select “Edit”

Edit

Cannnel

Caption Favorite Add

Apply Cancel

Manual program

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

select
next

Select the item to be edited

Edit

Caption Favorite Add

Apply Cancel

Manual program

2 ...

...

Yes

Select

OK

RETURN Prev. page

R

Next page

G B Y

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

6 ...

...

Yes

7 ...

...

Yes

8 ...

...

Yes

9 ...

...

Yes

Cannnel

Caption

Favorite

Add

Proceed to
next page

Go back to previous page

select the item to edit
(Caption/Favorite/
Add)

next

•

Caption:

Changes the station identifier

•

Favorite:

Registers channel to Favorite

List

•

Add:

Adds or skips channels

To cancel the Edit

Edit

Caption Favorite Add

Apply Cancel

Manual program

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

Cannnel

select
next

ok

(returns to “Program

channel”)
select “Yes”

Check the signal strength if interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image.

Signal intensity

change
channel
ok

or

If the signal is weak, check the antenna.

If no problem is found, consult your local dealer.

Note

Not available if “Cable” is selected in “ANT in”

(see above).

Available only for digital antenna channels.

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Manual

Cable

Auto program

All channels

Analog only
Digital only

Signal meter

Caption select

Caption

Caption detail
Apply Cancel

26-1 - - -

---

Changes will be lost. Continue?

Yes No

Editing and Setting Channels

Advanced

Signal meter

Channel

Signal strength

Current
Peak level

If “Lock” (p. 32) is activated and “Program channel” is selected, “Enter password.” will be displayed.

1-1

30%
45%

35

Closed Caption

CC

Display
Closed
Caption

The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio.
The program being viewed must be transmitting Closed Caption (CC) information. (p. 46)

■

Select the item and set

select
set

Mode

Select “On” (when not using, select
“Off”).

Analog

(Choose the Closed Caption
service of Analog broadcasting.)

CC1-4: Information related to pictures

(Appears at bottom of screen)

T1-4: Textual information

(Appears over entire screen)

Digital

(The Digital Closed Caption
menu lets you configure the way
you choose to view the digital
captioning.)

Select the setting.

“Primary”, “Second.”, “Service 3”, “Service

4”, “Service 5”, “Service 6”

The settings in “Analog” or “Digital”

depend on the broadcaster.

■

To make more in-depth display settings in digital programs

Select “Digital setting” and press OK
Select the item and set

select
set

Size: Text size
Font: Text font
Style: Text style (Raised, Depressed, etc.)
Foreground: Color of text
Fore opacity: Opacity of text
Background: Color of text box
Back opacity: Opacity of text box
Outline: Outline color of text

(Identify the setting options on the screen.)

■

To reset the settings

Select “CC reset” and press OK

Display menu

TV MENU

Select “CC”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

SD card

CC

Setup

next

select

CC

Mode
Analog

Digital

Digital setting
CC reset

On

CC1

Primary

Digital setting

Size
Font
Style

Foreground

Fore opacity
Background
Back opacity
Outline

Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic

36

Input Labels/Monitor Out

Input labels

Display
labels of
external
devices

Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during
input selection. (In selecting input mode from p. 22 )

■

Select the terminal and label of the external equipment

select
set

Video 1

VCR

Label Terminal

[example]

Terminals: Comp. 1-2/HDMI 1-3/Video 1-2
Label: SKIP*/VCR/DVD/CABLE/DBS/PVR/GAME/AUX/

RECEIVER/[BLANK]

* If “SKIP” is selected, the TV/VIDEO button press will skip its input.

Each selected labels will be displayed on “Input select” screen.

(p. 22)

Monitor out

Stop output
of the
picture and
audio

To prevent howling and image oscillation, stops output of the pictures and audio specified in
this menu. (p. 27)

■

Select the terminal and set “Off”

select
set

Select “Off” to stop output of picture and

audio. (Video 1/Video 2)

Component 1/Component 2/HDMI 1/HDMI

2/HDMI 3 cannot output video signals
regardless of “Monitor out” setting.

When equipment (DVD, etc.) is connected

to HDMI or COMPONENT terminals, only
audio signals can be obtained. From the
output terminals, no video signals can be
passed.

Menu

VIERA Link

Lock

Setup

SD card
CC

Display menu and select “Setup”

TV MENU

Select “External devices”

next

select

next

select

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Setup 1/2

Surf mode

All

Language
Clock
Program channel

External devices

Anti image retention

Select “Input labels” or “Monitor out”

External devices

Input labels

Monitor out

next

select

Input Labels/Monitor Out

Closed Caption

Input labels

Component 1

Component 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
Video 1
Video 2

Custom
Custom

3
4

-

GAME

-

-

GAME

Monitor out

Component 1
Component 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3

Video 1

Video 2

On
On
On
On
On
Off
On

Advanced

37

Using Timer

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time.

The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 16)
The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 27) is set.

TV MENU

Display menu

Select “Timer”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio

Timer

Lock
SD card

Select the timer to set

Timer

Sleep

Timer 1
Timer 2
Timer 3
Timer 4
Timer 5

Sleep

Timer 1

Timer 5

next

select

select

next

Turns Off automatically

~

Turns On/Off automatically
(5 timers can be set.)

38

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

Note

The TV automatically

turns Off after 90
minutes when turned
On by the Timer.
This operation will be
cancelled if the Off
time is selected or if a
key is pressed.

Set the timer

To set “Sleep” (Off Timer)

■

Set to shut the unit off after a pre-selected amount of time.

Sleep

Sleep

To set “Timer 1-5” (On/Off Timer)

■

Select the item and set

Timer 1

Channel

Day
On time
Off time
Set

60

310 - 1

EVR FRI
10:00 AM
11:00 AM

On

Channel

Day

SUN/MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT
(displays the nearest future date)
MON-FRI/SAT-SUN/DAILY/EVR SUN/EVR MON/
EVR TUE/EVR WED/EVR THU/EVR FRI/ EVR SAT

On time
Off time

Set

set

or

Select the channel
Select the day

The time to turn On
The time to turn Off
Timer setting (On/Off)

0/30/60/90 (minutes)

select

set

Programming the Remote to Operate Peripheral Equipment

You can operate other manufacturers’ equipment using this TV’s remote control.

Connect the external equipment to the TV and

1

Power Off the external equipment

Programming the Remote to Operate Peripheral Equipment

TV VCR DBS/CBL DVD

Press to return to the TV

■

mode

2

3
4

5

Press both buttons simultaneously for

+

more than 3 seconds.

Release the buttons when the equipment selection

•

buttons start flashing.

Select the equipment

with the equipment selection button

The selected button remains lit (other buttons are not lit).

•

Input the equipment’s 4-digit remote
control code

Operate the equipment with the remote
control

The external equipment turns On.

•

If the equipment does not operate with the

■

remote control

•

Input the remote control code again

•

Change the code with above and test again

(p. 42)

When your equipment has a single code
When your equipment has multiple codes

(p. 43-44)

Using Timer

Advanced

Caution

Registration will fail if the wrong code is input or it takes more than 30 seconds to register.

•

To find a code not listed in the code list

This procedure searches all codes and is called the “sequence method.”

After step above, change the code and

test

change

Operate the equipment with the remote
control (p. 42)

Repeat until the code is found

•

It may take many attempts before the correct

•

code is found

When the correct code is found

store

39

A

3

Recommended AV Connections

These diagrams show our recommendations on how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment.
For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece equipment and its specifications.
For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com

Front of the TV

or

To watch

■

camcorder
images

Camcorder
VCR DVD
Player

(For HDMI

connection,
HDMI compatible
equipment only.
For connection
using HDMI­DVI Conversion
cable, see HDMI
1 or HDMI 2
connection on
this page.)

Back of the TV

AC 120 V 60 Hz
AC Cord

(Connect after all the other
connections are complete.)

or

or

Connect with

or

A

B

Audio
cable

B

cable +

or

A

HDMI cable

HDMI-DVI

Conversion

Audio cable*

Cable TV

Optical digital
audio cable

OPTICAL
IN

Amplifier

or

or

40

To watch DVDs

■

DVD Player

To watch digital video

■

image

DVD Player
(HDMI compatible
machines only)

Note

The picture and audio input signals connected to a

terminal specified in “Monitor out” (p. 37) cannot be
output from “PROG OUT” terminals.

However, audio output can be obtained from “DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT” terminal.

To prevent howling and image oscillation, set the

“Monitor out” setting when connecting the VCR with
loop-connection. (p. 26, 37)

To listen to the TV

■

through speakers

DVD Recorder /

■

VCR

When equipment (DVD, etc.) is connected to HDMI

or COMPONENT terminals, no video signals can be
passed through PROG OUT terminal.

When receiving digital channel signals, all digital

formats are down-converted to composite NTSC video
to be output through the PROG OUT terminals.

* Please see p. 24-25 for setup when using an external

analog audio cable with an HDMI to DVI cable.

VIERA LinkTM Connections

Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control
of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder
(DIGA), RAM theater, or Player theater system.
Refer to page 28-31 for Setup Menu settings and additional
control information.

Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not included.

•

If connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with
HDAVI control is changed, switch the power of this unit Off
and On again while the power of all equipment is On (so that
the unit can correctly recognize the connected equipment)
and check that the DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM theater, and
Player theater playback operate.

Note

HDMI 1 is recommended.

When connecting to HDMI 2/HDMI 3, set the input mode to HDMI 2/HDMI 3 (p. 22) initially before connecting to

HDMI 2/HDMI 3. After connection, confirm the HDMI control functions (p. 28-31).

Connecting this unit to the DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM

■

theater, or Player theater

For DVD recorder (DIGA): Connect with HDMI cable

For RAM theater and Player theater:
Connect with the HDMI and audio cables.
If audio cable is not connected, you cannot listen to the TV program

Connecting this unit to a DVD

■

recorder (DIGA) AV amp

When using an “VIERA Link” audio-

video amplifier and a compatible DVD
recorder (DIGA) use a daisy chain
connection as shown below.

through the theater system.

Digital Audio out

Recommended AV Connections

Back of the TV

AUDIO
IN

RAM theater /

Player theater with

VIERA Link function

HDMI
(AV OUT)

or

or

HDMI
(AV OUT)

HD Camcorder
with VIERA Link
function

or

DVD recorder (DIGA)
with VIERA Link function

or

HDMI
(AV OUT)

HDMI
(AV OUT)

AV amp with VIERA
Link function

HDMI cable

HDMI
(AV IN)

DVD recorder (DIGA)
with VIERA Link function

One AV amp and one DVD recorder (DIGA) can be operated with this unit.
Be sure to connect the AV amp between this unit and the DVD recorder (DIGA).

Setting of this unit after connection

■

After making connections as shown above, set “VIERA Link” (under “VIERA Link setting”) to “On” using the Setup

menu. (p. 23, 28-29).

Advanced

Note

Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their

respective operating instruction manuals.

When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this

unit, the system switches to 2CH audio.

(When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.)

About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual of the equipment.

41

Remote Control Operation/Code List

The following explains how to operate external devices with the TV’s remote control.

Register the remote control codes (p. 39) if you want to operate an external device from another manufacturer. (p. 43-44)

Note

Operation may not be possible depending on the available memory size of the remote control.

This remote control is not designed to cover operation of all functions of all models.

Remote Control Operation List

■

This chart defines which keys are operational after programming (if needed) while in the selected remote control mode, CABLE, DBS, VCR, or DVD.

KEY NAME VCR MODE

Power Power Power Power

-

TV Input Switch TV Input Switch TV Input Switch TV Input Switch

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Channel Up/Down Channel Up/Down Channel Up/Down Channel Up/Down

DBS/CBL MODE

(DBS) (CBL)

LIST LIST DVD AUDIO

Menu Menu Functions

Exit Exit
Up/Down/Left/Right Up/Down/Right/Left Up/Down/Right/Left

Select Select Enter

Guide Guide Sub Menu

PPV/VOD PPV/VOD Return
Red A Red

Green B Green
Blue C Blue
Yellow D Yellow

DVD MODE

-

42

TV Volume Up/Down TV Volume Up/Down TV Volume Up/Down TV Volume Up/Down

-

­Onscreen Display Info Info/Display/OSD Onscreen Display
TV Mute TV Mute TV Mute TV Mute

-

0-9 0-9 0-9 0-9

-

-

-

TV/VCR Switch TV/DBS Switch TV/CBL Switch
Rewind/Fast Forward Rewind/Fast Forward Rewind/Fast Forward Reverse/Forward
VCR Record PVR Record *

Stop Stop Stop Stop

Pause Pause Pause Pause

Play Play Play Play

Aspect Aspect
Favorite Favorite Direct Navigator

Last Channel Last Channel Drive Select
Sub Channel Music PROG (Sub Channel)

Page Down/Up Page Down/Up Skip Reverse/Forward

1

PVR Record *

1

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Record

*1: Combination type

Remote Control Code List

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Cable Converter (C) ( )

Brand Code Brand Code Brand Code Brand Code

ABC 0003, 0007, 0008
ADB 2092
Americast 0899
Amino 1602, 1822
Bell South 0899
Clearmaster 0883
ClearMax 0883
Contec 0019
Coolmax 0883
Digeo 1187
Director 0476
General Instrument 0003, 0276, 0476, 0810
GoldStar 0144
Hamlin 0009, 0273

Cable/PVR Combination (C) ( )

Americast 0899
Amino 1822
Digeo 1187
General Instrument 0810

Satellite Receiver (S) ( )

AlphaStar 0772
Bell ExpressVu 0775, 1170
Chaparral 0216
Coolsat 1806
Crossdigital 1109
DirecTV 0099, 0247, 0392, 0566, 0639, 0724,

Dish Network System 0775, 1005, 1170, 1505, 1775
Dishpro 0775, 1005, 1505, 1775
Echostar 0775, 1005, 1170, 1505, 1775
Expressvu 0775, 1775
Fortec Star 1821, 1948

DBS/PVR Combination (S) ( )

Bell ExpressVu 0775, 1170
DirecTV 0099, 0392, 0639, 1076, 1142, 1377,

Dish Network System 0775, 1505
Dishpro 0775, 1505

VCR (V) ( )

ABS 1972
Accurian 0000
Admiral 0048, 0209
Adventura 0000
Aiko 0278
Aiwa 0000, 0037, 0124, 0307, 0468
Akai 0041, 0061, 0106, 0175, 0242
Alienware 1972
Allegro 1137
America Action 0278
American High 0035
Asha 0240
Audio Dynamics 0040
Audiovox 0037, 0278
Beaumark 0240
Bell & Howell 0104
Broksonic 0002, 0121, 0184, 0209, 0348,

Calix 0037
Canon 0035, 0102
Captive Works 2167
Carver 0081
CCE 0072, 0278
CineVision 1137
Citizen 0037, 0278, 1278
Colt 0072
Craig 0037, 0047, 0072, 0240
Curtis Mathes 0035, 0041, 0060, 0162, 1035
Cybernex 0240
CyberPower 1972
Daewoo 0045, 0278, 0561, 0637, 1137, 1278
DBX 0040, 0050
Dell 1972
Denon 0042
Dimensia 2613
DirecTV 0739
Durabrand 0038, 0039
Dynatech 0000
Electrohome 0037
Electrophonic 0037
Emerex 0032
Emerson 0000, 0002, 0037, 0043, 0061, 0068,

ESA 1137
Fisher 0047, 0104
Fuji 0033, 0035
Funai 0000, 0593, 1335, 1593
Garrard 0000
Gateway 1972

0749, 0819, 1076, 1108, 1109, 1142,
1189, 1377, 1392, 1414, 1442, 1443,
1444, 1609, 1639, 1640, 1749, 1856

1392, 1442, 1443, 1444, 1640

0479, 1479

0121, 0184, 0208, 0209, 0212, 0278,
0479, 0561, 0593, 0637, 1278,
1479, 1593

Hytex 0007
i3 Micro 1602
Jerrold 0003, 0012, 0276, 0476, 0810
Memorex 0000
Motorola 0276, 0476, 0810, 1106, 1187,

MTS 1951
Multitech 0883
Myrio 1602, 1822
Oak 0007, 0019
Optimus 0021
Pace 0008, 0237, 1877
Panasonic 0000, 0021, 0107, 0623
Paragon 0000

Jerrold 0810
Motorola 0810, 1106, 1187, 1376
Myrio 1822
Pace 0237, 1877

GE 0566
General Instrument 0869
GOI 0775, 1775
Goodmans 1246
Hisense 1535
Hitachi 0819, 1250
HTS 0775, 1775
Hughes Network

Systems
Humax 1781, 1790

iLo 1535
Janeil 0152
JVC 0775, 1170, 1775
LG 1226, 1414

Echostar 0775, 1170, 1505
Expressvu 0775
Hughes Network

Systems
JVC 1170

GE 0035, 0060, 0202, 0240, 0761, 0807,

Go Video 0432, 0526, 0614, 0643, 1137
GoldStar 0037, 0038, 1137, 1237
Gradiente 0000
Harley Davidson 0000
Harman/Kardon 0038, 0075, 0081
Harwood 0068, 0072
Headquarter 0046
Hewlett Packard 1972
HI-Q 0047
Hitachi 0000, 0041, 0042, 0089, 0105, 2613
Howard Computers 1972
HP 1972
Hughes Network

Systems
Humax 0739, 1797, 1988

Hush 1972
iBUYPOWER 1972
Instant Replay 0035, 0226
Jensen 0041
JVC 0008, 0041, 0067, 2079
KEC 0037, 0278
Kenwood 0038, 0041, 0067
KLH 0072
Kodak 0035, 0037
LG 1037, 1137, 2010
Linksys 1972
Lloyd’s 0000, 0208
Logik 0072
LXI 0037
Magnasonic 0593, 1278
Magnavox 0000, 0035, 0039, 0081, 0110, 0149,

Magnin 0240
Marantz 0035, 0081
Marta 0037
Media Center PC 1972
MEI 0035
Memorex 0000, 0035, 0037, 0039, 0046, 0047,

MGA 0043, 0061, 0240
MGN Technology 0240,
Microsoft 1972
Mind 1972
Minolta 0042, 0105
Mitsubishi 0043, 0061, 0067, 0075, 0173, 0214,

Motorola 0035, 0048
MTC 0000, 0240

1254, 1376, 1951

0749, 1142, 1442, 1443, 1444, 1749

1142, 1442, 1443, 1444

1035, 1060, 2613

0042, 0739

0563, 0593, 1335, 1593, 1781

0048, 0104, 0162, 0209, 0240, 0307,
0348, 0479, 1037, 1162, 1237, 1262

0242, 0443, 0807

Philips 0317, 1305
Pioneer 0144, 0533, 0877, 1877
Pulsar 0000
Quasar 0000
RadioShack 0883
RCA 0021, 1256
Regal 0273, 0279
Runco 0000
Samsung 0144
Scientific Atlanta 0008, 0477, 0877, 1877
Sejin 1602
Sony 1006
Sprucer 0021
Starcom 0003

Pioneer 0877, 1877
RCA 1256
Scientific Atlanta 0877, 1877
Sony 1006

Magnavox 0722, 0724
Memorex 0724
Mitsubishi 0749
Motorola 0869
NEC 1270
Next Level 0869
Panasonic 0152, 0247, 0701, 1189, 1786
Pansat 1807
Paysat 0724
Philips 0099, 0722, 0724, 0749, 0856, 1076,

Proscan 0392, 0566
Proton 1535
RadioShack 0869

Motorola 0869
Philips 1142, 1442
Proscan 0392
RCA 1392
Samsung 1442

Multitech 0000, 0072
NEC 0038, 0040, 0041, 0050, 0067, 0104
Nikko 0037
Nikon 0034
Niveus Media 1972
Noblex 0240
Northgate 1972
Olympus 0035, 0226
Onkyo 0222
Optimus 0037, 0048, 0104, 0162, 0432, 0593,

Orion 0002, 0184, 0209, 0479, 1479
Panasonic 0035, 0077, 0102, 0162, 0225, 0226,

Penney 0035, 0037, 0038, 0040, 0042, 0240,

Pentax 0042, 0105,
Philco 0035
Philips 0035, 0081, 0110, 0618, 0739,

Pilot 0037
Pioneer 0067, 1337
Polk Audio 0081
Presidian 1593
Profitronic 0240
Proscan 0060, 0202, 0761, 1060
Protec 0072
Pulsar 0039
Quarter 0046
Quartz 0046
Quasar 0035, 0077, 0162, 1035, 1162
RadioShack 0000, 1037
Radix 0037
Randex 0037
RCA 0042, 0060, 0077, 0105, 0106, 0149,

Realistic 0000, 0035, 0037, 0046, 0047,

ReplayTV 0614, 0616
Ricavision 1972
Ricoh 0034
Rio 1137
Runco 0039
Salora 0075
Samsung 0045, 0240, 0739, 1014
Samtron 0643
Sanky 0039, 0048
Sansui 0000, 0041, 0067, 0209, 0479, 1479

1142, 1442, 1749

1048, 1062, 1162, 1262

0227, 0246, 0378, 0485, 0614, 0616,
0837, 1035, 1062, 1162, 1244, 1262,
1562, 1807, 1808, 1809

1035, 1237

1081, 1181

0202, 0240, 0761, 0807, 0880, 1035,
1060, 2613

0048, 0104

Supercable 0276
Supermax 0883
Thomson 1256
Tocom 0012, 0059
Torx 0003
Toshiba 0000
Tristar 0883
United Artists 0007
V2 0883
Viewmaster 0883
Vision 0883
Vortex View 0883
Zenith 0000, 0525, 0899

Supercable 0276
Thomson 1256
Zenith 0899

RCA 0143, 0566, 0855, 1392
Samsung 1108, 1109, 1276, 1377, 1442, 1609
Sanyo 1219
Sony 0639, 1639, 1640
Star Choice 0869
Tivo 1142, 1442, 1443, 1444
Toshiba 0749, 0790, 1285, 1749
UltimateTV 1392, 1640
Ultrasat 1806
Uniden 0722, 0724
US Digital 1535
USDTV 1535
Voom 0869
Zenith 1810, 1856

Sony 0639, 1640
Star Choice 0869
Tivo 1142, 1442, 1443, 1444
Zenith 1810

Sanyo 0046, 0047, 0104, 0159, 0240
Scott 0043, 0045, 0121, 0184, 0212
Sears 0000, 0035, 0037, 0042, 0046, 0047,

Sharp 0048, 0807, 0848
Shintom 0072
Shogun 0240
Singer 0072
Sonic Blue 0614, 0616, 1137
Sony 0000, 0032, 0033, 0034, 0035, 0636,

Stack 9 1972
STS 0042
Sylvania 0000, 0035, 0043, 0081, 0110, 0593,

Symphonic 0000, 0593, 1593
Systemax 1972
Tagar Systems 1972
Tashiko 0037
Tatung 0041
Teac 0000, 0041
Technics 0035, 0162, 0246
Teknika 0000, 0035, 0037
Thomas 0000
Tivo 0618, 0636, 0739, 1337, 1996
TMK 0208, 0240
Toshiba 0043, 0045, 0212, 0845, 1008, 1145,

Totevision 0037, 0240
Touch 1972
Unitech 0240
Vector 0045
Vector Research 0038, 0040
Video Concepts 0040, 0045, 0061
Videomagic 0037
Videosonic 0240
Viewsonic 1972
Villain 0000
Voodoo 1972
Wards 0000, 0035, 0042, 0047, 0048, 0060,

White Westinghouse 0072, 0209, 0637
XR-1000 0000, 0035, 0072
Yamaha 0038
Zenith 0000, 0033, 0034, 0039, 0209, 0479,

ZT Group 1972

0104, 0105, 1237

1032, 1972

1593, 1781

1972, 1988, 1996

0072, 0081, 0149, 0212, 0240

0637, 1137, 1139, 1479

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FAQs, etc.

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Remote Control Operation/Code List (Continued)

Remote Control Code List

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DBS/PVR Combination (V) ( )

Brand Code Brand Code Brand Code Brand Code

DirecTV 0739

DVD-Recorder (V) ( )

Magnavox 0000

PVR (V) ( )

ABS 1972

Alienware 1972

Captive Works 2167

CyberPower 1972

Dell 1972

DirecTV 0739

Gateway 1972

Go Video 0614

Hewlett Packard 1972

Howard Computers 1972

HP 1972

DVD (Y) ( )

Accurian 0675, 1072, 1416

Adcom 1094

Aiwa 0641

Akai 0695, 0770, 0899, 1089

Alco 0790

Allegro 0869

Amphion Media Works 0872, 1245

AMW 0872, 1245

Apex Digital 0672, 0717, 0755, 0794, 0796, 0797,

Arrgo 1023

Aspire Digital 1168, 1407

Astar 1678, 1679

Audiologic 0736

Audiovox 0790, 1041, 1072, 1121, 1122

Axion 1072

B & K 0655, 0662

BBK 1224

Bel Canto Design 1571

Blaupunkt 0717

Blue Parade 0571

Broksonic 0695, 1419

CAVS 1057

Cinea 0831

Cinego 1399

CineVision 0833, 0869, 0876

Citizen 0695, 1277, 1587, 2116

Coby 0778, 0852, 1086, 1107, 1165, 1177,

Craig 0831

Curtis Mathes 1087

CyberHome 0816, 0874, 1023, 1024, 1117, 1129,

Daewoo 0705, 0784, 0833, 0869, 1169, 1172,

Denon 0490, 0634, 1634

Desay 1407

Diamond Vision 1316

Disney 0675, 1270

Dual 1068, 1085

Durabrand 1127

DVD2000 0521

Electrohome 2116

DVD-Recorder (Y) ( )

Accurian 0675, 1416

Apex Digital 1056

Aspire Digital 1168

Broksonic 1419

Citizen 2116

Coby 1086

CyberHome 1129, 1502

Electrohome 2116

Blu-ray Disc (Y) ( )

LG 0741

Panasonic 1641, 2061, 2062

HD-DVD (Y) ( )

LG 0741 Onkyo 1769 RCA 1769 Toshiba 1769

HTiB (Y) ( )

Aiwa 0641

Audiovox 0790

KLH 0790

Koss 0651

Oritron 0651

1004, 1020, 1056, 1061, 1100

1351, 1628

1502, 1537

1234, 1242, 1441

Hughes Network
Systems

Hughes Network
Systems

Humax 0739, 1797, 1988
Hush 1972
iBUYPOWER 1972
LG 2010
Linksys 1972
Media Center PC 1972
Microsoft 1972
Mind 1972
Niveus Media 1972

Emerson 0591, 0675, 1268
Enterprise 0591
ESA 1268
Fisher 0670
Funai 0675, 1268, 1334
Gateway 1073, 1077, 1158
GE 0522, 0717, 0815
Go Video 0715, 0741, 0744, 0783, 0833,

Go Vision 1072
GoldStar 0741
GPX 0699, 0769
Greenhill 0717
Harman/Kardon 0582, 0702
Helios 2080
Hello Kitty 0831
Hitachi 0573, 0664, 1247
Hiteker 0672
Humax 1500, 1588
iLo 1348, 1472
Initial 0717, 1472
Insignia 1268, 2095
Integra 0627
Jaton 1078
JBL 0702
JSI 1423
JVC 0558, 0623, 0867, 1164, 1275,

jWin 1049, 1051, 1675
Kawasaki 0790
Kenwood 0490, 0534, 0682
KLH 0717, 0790, 1020, 1149
Konka 0711, 0721
Koss 0651, 0896, 1423
Landel 0826
Lasonic 0798, 1173
Lenoxx 1127
LG 0591, 0741, 0869
LiteOn 1058, 1158, 1416, 1440, 1656
Loewe 0511
Magnavox 0503, 0539, 0646, 0675, 1268, 1354,

Funai 0675, 1334
Gateway 1073, 1158
Go Video 0741, 1158, 1304, 1730
iLo 1348
JVC 1164, 1275
LG 0741
LiteOn 1158, 1416, 1440
Magnavox 0646, 0675, 1506

Philips 2084
Pioneer 0142

Panasonic 0458, 1779, 1907, 1908, 1909, 1910,

Philips 1267
Polk Audio 0539
RCA 0790

0739 Philips 0739

0739

0869, 1044, 1075, 1099, 1144, 1158,
1304, 1730

1550, 1602

1472, 1506

1925, 1990, 2017

Samsung 0739

Northgate 1972
Panasonic 0614, 0616, 1807, 1808, 1809
Philips 0618, 0739
Pioneer 1337
RCA 0880
ReplayTV 0614, 0616
Samsung 0739
Sonic Blue 0614, 0616
Sony 0636, 1972
Stack 9 1972
Systemax 1972

Malata 0782, 1159
Marantz 0539
McIntosh 1273
Memorex 0695, 0831, 1270
Microsoft 0522, 1708, 2083
Mintek 0717, 0839, 1472
Mitsubishi 0521, 1521
Momitsu 1082
NAD 0692, 0741
Nakamichi 1222
NEC 0785
Nesa 0717
Next Base 0826
NexxTech 1402
Norcent 0872, 1003, 1107, 1265
Nova 1517
Onkyo 0503, 0627, 0792, 1769
Oppo 0575, 1224 1525
OptoMedia Electronics 0896
Oritron 0651
Panasonic 0458, 0490, 0632, 0703, 1010, 1011,

Philco 0675
Philips 0503, 0539, 0646, 0675, 1267, 1340,

Pioneer 0142, 0525, 0571, 0631, 0632, 1571
Polaroid 1020, 1061, 1086, 1245, 1316,

Polk Audio 0539
Portland 0770
Presidian 0675, 1072
Princeton 0674
Proscan 0522
ProVision 0778
Qwestar 0651
RCA 0522, 0571, 0717, 0790, 0822, 1022,

Rio 0869
RJTech 1360
Rotel 0623, 1178
Rowa 0823

Panasonic 0490, 1010, 1011, 2060, 2061, 2062
Philips 0646, 1340
Pioneer 0631
Polaroid 1086, 2130
RCA 0522
Samsung 0490, 1470
Sensory Science 1158
Sharp 0675

Samsung 0199
Sony 1516

Rio 0869
Sherwood 1077
Sonic Blue 0869
Sony 1824, 1892, 1903, 1904, 1934, 1981,

1362, 1462, 1464, 1490, 1641, 1762,
1907, 1908, 1909, 1910, 1925, 1986,
1990, 2017, 2060, 2061, 2062

1354, 2056, 2084

1478, 2130

1132, 1769

2020, 2043

Tivo 0739

Tagar Systems 1972
Tivo 0618, 0636, 0739, 1337
Toshiba 1008, 1972, 1988, 1996
Touch 1972
Viewsonic 1972
Voodoo 1972
ZT Group 1972

Sampo 0698, 0752
Samsung 0199, 0490, 0573, 0820, 0899, 1044,

Sansui 0695
Sanyo 0670, 0695, 0873
Sensory Science 1158
Sharp 0630, 0675, 0752, 1256
Sharper Image 1117
Sherwood 0633, 0770, 1043, 1077
Shinsonic 0533, 0839
Sigma Designs 0674
Sonic Blue 0869, 1099
Sony 0533, 0864, 1033, 1069, 1070, 1431,

Sova 1122
Sungale 1074
SVA 0860, 1105
Sylvania 0675, 1268
Symphonic 0675
TAG McLaren 0894
Teac 0790
Technics 0490, 0703
Technosonic 0730
Techwood 0692
Terapin 1031
Theta Digital 0571
Tivo 1503
Toshiba 0503, 0695, 1045, 1154, 1503, 1588,

Tredex 0799, 0800, 0803, 0804
Urban Concepts 0503
US Logic 0839
Venturer 0790
Vizio 1064, 1226
Vocopro 1027, 1360
Xbox 0522, 1708, 2083
Xwave 1001
Yamaha 0490, 0497, 0539, 0545
Zenith 0503, 0591, 0741, 0869
Zoece 1265

Sony 1033, 1069, 1070, 1431, 1432,

Sylvania 0675
Toshiba 1588
Zenith 0741

Teac 0790
Toshiba 1854
Venturer 0790
Yamaha 0497

1075, 1470

1432, 1433, 1516, 1533, 1536, 1548,
1791, 1824, 1892, 1903, 1904, 1934,
1981, 2020, 2043

1608, 1769, 1854

1433, 1536

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Ratings List for Lock

“V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the
entertainment industry. (p. 33)

U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA)

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NR

G

PG

PG-13

R

NC-17

X

U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS (U. S. TV)

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Age-based

Group

NR
(Not Rated)

Youth

Guidance

FV: Fantasy/Cartoon Violence. V: Violence S: Sex L: Offensive Language D: Dialogue with sexual content.

NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where
rating does not apply.

GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.
PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.
ADULTS ONLY.

Age-based

Ratings

TV-NR

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA

Possible Content

Selections

Viewable

•

Blocked

•

Viewable

•

Blocked

•

FV Blocked

•

Viewable

•

Blocked

•

Viewable

•

Blocked

•

D,L,S,V (all selected)

•

Any combination of D,

•

L, S, V
D,L,S,V (all selected)

•

Any combination of D,

•

L, S, V
L,S,V (all selected)

•

Any combination of L,

•

S, V

Description

Not Rated.
All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically

designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6.
Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may

include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children under
the age of 7.

General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language,
and little or no sexual dialogue or situations.

Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent
coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and
situations.

Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated
themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence.

Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes,
profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.

Remote Control Operation/Code List

CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS (C. E. L. R.)

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E
C

C8+

G

PG
14+
18+

CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS (C. F. L. R.)

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E
G

8 ans+
13 ans+
16 ans+

18 ans+

Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming,
talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.

Programming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content.
Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over. No profanity, nudity or sexual content.
General programming, suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are

strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens.
18+ years old. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

Exempt - Exempt programming.
General - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is minimal

or is depicted appropriately.
8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light

or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended.
Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Contains either a few violent scenes or one or

more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervision strongly suggested.
Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes of violence or intense

violence.
Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

Caution

The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR” programs (non rated, not applicable and

none) as per FCC Rules Section15.120(e)(2). If the option of blocking “NR” programs is chosen “unexpected and
possibly confusing results may occur, and you may not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following types of
programming:”

• Emergency Bulletins (Such as EAS messages, weather warnings and others)

• Locally originated programming • News • Political • Public Service Announcements • Religious • Sports • Weather

Ratings List for Lock

FAQs, etc.

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Technical Information

Closed Caption (CC)

For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM, or 4:3;

characters might be cut off).

The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the

Component or HDMI connection to the TV.

If the CC is set On both the receiver and TV when the signal is 480i (except for the HDMI connection), the CC may

overlap on the TV.
If a digital program is being output in analog format, the CC data will also be output in analog format.
If the recorder or output monitor is connected to the TV, the CC needs to be set up on the recorder or output

monitor.

Aspect Ratio (FORMAT)

Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes, This lets you choose the aspect depending on the
format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 19)
(e.g.: in case of 4:3 image)

FULL JUST

FULL

Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
(Recommended for anamorphic picture)

H-FILL 4:3

H-FILL

Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
The side edges of the image are cut off.

ZOOM

ZOOM

Enlarges the 4:3 image to the entire screen.
(Recommended for Letter Box)

JUST

Stretches to justify the 4:3 image to the four corners of the
screen.
(Recommended for normal TV broadcast)

Side bar

Standard
(Note that “Image retention” of the side bar may occur from
displaying it for a long time.)

Note

480i (4:3), 480i (16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9):

FULL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM

1080p / 1080i / 720p:

FULL, H-FILL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM

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Zoom adjust

Vertical image position and size can be adjusted in “ZOOM”.
Select “Zoom adjust” on the “Picture” menu. (p. 24-25)
V-position: Vertical position adjustment V-size: Vertical size adjustment

To reset the aspect ratio (OK)

Data format for SD Card browsing

Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* and EXIF**
Data format: Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)

Max. number of files: 9,999
Image resolution: 160 x 120 to 10,000,000

standards

* DCF (Design rule for camera file system): A Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association’s standard

** EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format)

Caution

A JPEG image modified with a PC may not be displayed.
Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution.

Note

Folder structure viewed in PC

DCIM

100_P ANA

P1000001.JPG
P1000002.JPG
P1000003.JPG

The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera used.
For the suitable SD Memory Cards, please confirm the latest information on the following website.

http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site is in English only)

P1000004.JPG

Created automatically
3-digit folder number + 5-digit arbitrary characters

4-digit arbitrary characters + 4-digit file number

Usable characters: 1-byte “a to z”, “A to Z”, “0 to 9,” and “_”

Cautions in handling SD Card:

Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data (this can damage card or unit).
Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
Do not subject the card to a high pressure or impact.
Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card may be damaged).
Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card.
Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic

operation of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.)

Technical Information

Message Meaning

Is SD card in?

No file

Cannot read file

SD Card warning messages

The card is not inserted.

The card has no data or this type of data is not supported.

The file is broken or unreadable.
The TV does not support the format.

FAQs, etc.

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Technical Information (Continued)

VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”

HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 28)

This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.
The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.
Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts.
Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched.
Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment.
If you connect the same kind of equipment at once (for example: one DIGA to HDMI 1 / another DIGA to HDMI 2), VIERA Link is

available for the terminal with the smaller number.
If you connect equipment that has “HDAVI Control 2” (or more) function to the TV with HDMI cable, the sound from DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround.
“HDAVI Control 3” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2007) for the HDAVI Control compatible equipment.

This standard is compatible with the conventional HDAVI equipment.

HDMI connection

HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting
the TV unit and the devices.
HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI
connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.

HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (*2).
When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal.
Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in” or “HDMI 3 in” menu screen. (p. 24)

Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz

(*1): The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI-compliant device.
(*2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.

Caution

Use with a PC is not assumed.
All signals are reformatted before being displayed on the screen.
If the connected device has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.
These HDMI connectors are “type A”.
These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection.
A device having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”, “S VIDEO”, or

“VIDEO” to receive analog signals.
The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.

Match the output setting of the digital device.
For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see below.

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Input signals that can be displayed

* Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, PR) and HDMI

horizontal

frequency (kHz)

525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94
525 (480) /60p 31.47 59.94
750 (720) /60p 45.00 59.94
1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.75 59.94
1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.43 59.94
1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.50 60.00
1,125(1,080)/24p 26.97 23.98
1,125(1,080)/24p 27.00 24.00

vertical

frequency (Hz)

COMPONENT HDMI

**
**
**
**

Note

Signals other than those shown above may not be displayed properly.
The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.

Picture mode

Vivid: Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room.
Standard: Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting.
Cinema: For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture.
Game:
Custom (Photo): Customizes each item according to your taste.

Note

Picture mode will be automatically set to “Standard” if you change the Input label from “GAME” to other labels.
Picture mode will be automatically set to “Game” if you change from an Input label other than “GAME” to “GAME” label.

For playing video game. This mode will be set automatically if “GAME” is selected from Input label setting (p. 37)
Photo is displayed in JPEG menu.

*
*
*
*

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals

You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals.

Caution

Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output.
External speakers cannot be connected directly to PROG OUT terminals.
When an ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When an NTSC

channel is selected, the output will be PCM.

See pages 40-41 for more information.

Side Bar

Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause
“Image retention” to remain on either or both sides of the display field.
To reduce the risk of such “Image retention”, change the brightness of the side bars.
See pages 26-27 for more information.

The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. Using

Cinema mode will reduce such flashing (See below).

Side Bar

4:3
Screen
Display

Scrolling bar

Scrolling bar: To prevent “Image retention”, scrolls white horizontal bar from top to bottom on a black

Press any key except the POWER key to return to previous screen.
You will return to the previous screen if any key operation has not been performed for 15 minutes.

See pages 26-27 for more information.

screen.

Image retention

[Scrolling bar]

Technical Information

FAQs, etc.

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Care and Cleaning

First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.

Display panel

The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint­free cloth.

If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted

by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface of the
display panel, then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type until the surface is dry.

Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other hard objects. Furthermore, avoid contact with volatile

substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the quality of the surface may be adversely affected.

Cabinet

If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a weak mild liquid dish soap solution and then wring the cloth dry.

Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth.

Do not allow any mild liquid dish soap to come into direct contact with the surface of the Plasma TV.

If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result.

Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the quality of the cabinet surface

may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods in contact with articles made
from rubber or PVC.

Pedestal

Cleaning

Wipe the surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is particularly dirty, clean it using a cloth soaked with water to

which a small amount of mild liquid dish soap has been added and then wipe with a dry cloth.

Do not use products such as solvents, thinner, or household wax for cleaning, as they can damage the surface

coating. (If using a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.)

Do not attach sticky tape or labels, as they can make the surface of the pedestal dirty. Do not allow long-term

contact with rubber, vinyl products, or the like. (Doing so will cause deterioration.)

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Specifications

TH-42PZ80Q TH-50PZ80Q

Power Source AC 120 V

Power

Consumption

Maximum 583 W 700 W

Standby condition 0.2 W (With CableCARD : 30.0 W) 0.2 W (With CableCARD : 34.0 W)

Plasma

Display panel

Drive method AC type
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Visible screen size
(W × H × Diagonal)

(No. of pixels)

Sound

Audio Output 20 W [ 10 W + 10 W ] ( 10 % THD )

42 ” class (41.6 inches measured diagonally) 50 ” class (49.9 inches measured diagonally)

36.2 ” × 20.4 ” × 41.6 ”
(922 mm × 518 mm × 1,057 mm)

2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H))
[5,760 × 1,080 dots]

, 60 Hz

43.5 ” × 24.4 ” × 49.9 ”
(1,106 mm × 622 mm × 1,269 mm)

Channel Capability
(Digital/Analog)

Operating Conditions

VIDEO IN 1-2

Connection Terminals

COMPONENT
INPUT 1-2

HDMI 1-3
IEEE1394 IEEE 1394 Standard, 4pin , S400 ,MPEG2-TS

Card slot SD CARD slot × 1, CableCARD slot × 1
AV PROG OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM / Dolby Digital, Fiber Optic

FEATURES

( W × H × D )

Dimensions

Including pedestal

TV Set only

Mass

Including pedestal 70.6 lb. (32 ) 90.4 lb. (41 )
TV Set only 66.1 lb. (30

VHF/ UHF: 2 - 69, CATV: 1 - 135
Temperature: 32 °F – 104 °F (0 °C – 40 °C)

Humidity: 20 % – 80 % RH (non-condensing)
VIDEO: RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω)

S-VIDEO: Mini DIN 4-pin Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω) C: 0.286 V [p-p] (75 Ω)
AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]

Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (including synchronization)
P

B, PR: ±0.35 V [p-p]

AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]
TYPE A Connector × 3

This TV supports “HDAVI Control 3” function.

•

VIDEO: RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω)
AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]

3D Y/C FILTER CLOSED CAPTION
V-Chip CableCARD slot
Photo viewer HDAVI Control 3 tru2way-ready TV

41.3 ” × 28.7 ” × 12.9 ”
(1,048 mm × 727 mm × 327 mm)

41.3 ” × 26.8 ” × 3.8 ”
(1,048 mm × 679 mm × 95 mm)

) 86.0 lb. (39 )

49.0 ” × 33.3 ” × 15.3 ”
(1,244 mm ×844 mm × 387 mm)

49.0 ” × 31.2 ” × 3.8 ”
(1,244 mm × 790 mm × 95 mm)

Care and Cleaning

Specifications

[TH-42PZ80Q] [TH-50PZ80Q]

41.3 ” (1,048 mm)

26.8 ” (679 mm)

28.7 ” (727 mm)

18.0 ”

(456 mm)

3.8 ” (95 mm)

12.9 ” (327 mm)

49.0 ” (1,244 mm)

31.2 ” (790 mm)

33.3 ” (844 mm)

18.0 ”

(456 mm)

3.8 ” (95 mm)

15.3 ” (387 mm)

Note

Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate.

FAQs, etc.

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FAQ

Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance.
For details (p. 55)
For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at:
www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

White spots or
shadow images
(noise)

Check the position, direction,

and connection of the antenna.

Interference or
frozen digital
channels

(intermittent sound)

Change the direction of antenna

for digital channels.

Check “Signal meter” (p. 35).

If the signal is weak, check the
antenna and consult your local
dealer.

TV MENU

TV VCR DBS/CBL DVD

GUIDE

SUB
MENU

PAGE

SKIP

SEARCH

ON DEMAND

TV/VCR

GAME

REC

Pictures from external
equipment are distorted
when the unit is
connected via HDMI

Is the HDMI cable connected properly?

(p. 40, 41)

Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then

turn them On again.

Check an input signal from the equipment.

(p. 48)

Use equipment compliant with

EIA/CEA-861/861B.

Recording does not
start immediately

Check the settings of the recorder. For

details, read the manual of the recorder.

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PLAYPAUSESTOP

The remote control does
not work

Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 6)
Are the batteries new?

Select the correct remote control mode (p. 13, 22)

If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the
suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model
number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).

Problem Actions

The function to prevent “Image retention” is activated.

“Press any key to return”
moves on the screen

Some spots remain
bright or dark

(Not a faulty symptom)

The screen saver is activated if the TV unit is not operated for

•

a certain time in SD mode.
“Image retention” (p. 5)

•

The Plasma panel is made up of a few million pixels and

is produced with advanced technology through an intricate
process. However, sometimes a few pixels may be bright
or dark. These pixels do not indicate a defective panel
and will have no impact on the performance of the TV.

Chaotic image, noisy

Screen

No image can be
displayed

Only spots are displayed
instead of images

Neither image nor
sound is produced

Black Box appears

No sound is produced

Check nearby electrical products

(car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp).

Check Picture menu (p. 24)
Check the cable connections. (p. 9-12)
Check that the correct input has been selected. (p. 22)

Check the channel settings. (p. 34)
Check the antenna cables.

Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet?
Is the TV unit turned On?
Check Picture menu (p. 24) and volume.
Check the AV cable connections. (p. 9-12)
Check that the correct input has been selected. (p. 22)

Change settings of Closed Caption (CC). (p. 36)

Are the speakers’ cables connected correctly? (p. 40)
Is “Sound Mute” active? (p. 13)
Is the volume set to the minimum?
Is “Speaker output” set to “Off”? (p. 24)
Change “SAP” settings. (p. 18)

Check “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in” or “HDMI 3 in” settings. (p. 24)

Frequently Asked Questions

Sound TV set

Sound is unusual

Unknown sound heard
1- Sounds from TV

cabinet
2- Whirring sound
3- Tick/Click sound
4- Buzzing sound

Parts of the TV set
become hot.

Set “SAP” setting to “Stereo” or “Mono.”
Check the HDMI device connected to the unit.
Set the audio setting of the HDMI device to “Linear PCM.”
If digital sound connection has a problem,

select analog sound connection.

1-

Changes in the temperature and humidity of the room may cause
the TV’s cabinet to expand or contract and produce metallic
sounds. This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

2- The TV may have a cooling fan that makes a soft whir.

This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

3-

When the TV is powered on, an electrical component in the TV activates
producing a tick/click sound. This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

4- Electrical circuits are active while the TV set is on.

This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

Even when the temperature of parts of the front, top and

rear panels has risen, these temperature rises will not
pose any problems in terms of performance or quality.

FAQs, etc.

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Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.)

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PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,
DIVISION OF
PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,
DIVISION OF
PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Color Television

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of
the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”),
at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished
product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

CATEGORIES

PLASMA DISPLAY 1 (ONE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR

During the “Labor” Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” Limited Warranty
period, there will be no charge for parts.
You must carry-in your product or arrange for on-site service during the Limited Warranty period. If non-rechargeable
batteries are included, they are not warranted. This Limited Warranty only applies to products purchased and
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and
only covers product purchased as new. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for
Limited Warranty service.

On-Site or Carry-in Service

For On-Site or Carry-In Service in the United States call 1-877-95-VIERA (1-877-958-4372).
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax [phone].

On-site service where applicable requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer
and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain on-site repairs will not
be completed on-site, but will require that the product or parts of the product, at the servicer’s discretion be removed
for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then returned.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube
resulting from viewing fixed images (including, among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV’s,
or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide screen TV’s, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location).
The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused
by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug
infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer
controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a
hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service
Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. (As

examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if
applicable, or travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL

EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE
LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied Limited Warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which vary from state
to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the Limited Warranty period, you may contact your
dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer
Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN ON-SITE SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH
ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

ALL PARTS EXCEPT

GLASS PANEL OR CRT

LABOR GLASS PANEL OR CRT

GLASS PANEL - 2 (TWO)
YEARS

GLASS PANEL

OR

CRT LABOR

1 (ONE) YEAR ON-SITE OR CARRY-IN

SERVICE

Customer Services Directory

Customer Services Directory

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center;
purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web
Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/help

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

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Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web
Site at:

http://www.pstc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

[e-mail]

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday - Friday 9 am to 9 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South,
Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

(for U.S.A.)

Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.)

Customer Services Directory

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

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Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone [phone], Fax [phone]

FAQs, etc.

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Note

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Note

58

Note

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Note

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Customer’s Record

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.

Model Number Serial Number

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus
New Jersey 07094 U.S.A.

©

2008 Panasonic Corporation of North America. All Rights Reserved.

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Printed in U.S.A.